The change in the direction of attraction determines an opposite application of the weight force with respect to that normally inherent between the mass of the organism and that of the earth. This determines a series of real, concrete and measurable effects, which however do not find application in conventional medicine.
The inversion bench is known for its ability to give relief to those suffering from pain related to the compression of the spine - especially low back pain; nevertheless, no studies have yet been able to demonstrate that the reduction of painful symptoms is related to objective changes in the pathological nature or to an effective healing mechanism.
The use of the gravitational inversion bench is not complex, but still requires some attention. Many tend to underestimate its effects, neglecting the fundamental adjustments and risking unnecessary injuries. It is advisable never to try your hand at this practice alone; in fact, there is a certain variable and subjective risk of losing consciousness - as happens, for example, in saunas and Turkish baths.
Furthermore, we must not forget that the inversion effect can also affect systems, apparatuses and districts that we probably ignore; for example, the circulatory system and the heart, the digestive system, other joints, etc. This means that the gravitational inversion bench also has contraindications, or rather conditions in which it would be not recommended or even inadvisable.
The commercial range of the inversion bench includes different models, different for project and structure, materials, color, options, finishes and price.
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Said thus, to many readers "with a strong and healthy spine", it may seem a real oddity; only those suffering from back pain can in fact value the importance of relief, even temporary.
It seems that the inversion bench, by putting traction above all the spine, can instantly decrease, but without concrete effects on the etiopathogenesis of the disorder, the symptoms of herniated disc - with particular reference to the lumbar area.
The gravitational inversion bench is not a tool for skeptics, but rather for those who are determined to try them all to avoid getting stuffed with drugs. A few minutes in this position can in fact limit the acuity at the end of the day, the intermediate moment between the daily activities that stress the spine the most and sleep - which, for those suffering from back pain, is often at the worst moment.
There is no scientific evidence to demonstrate any therapeutic effect, but this does not seem to discourage the many sportsmen who, rightly, choose to "unload" the vertebral discs after each training session. Many are unaware that the spine is objectively crushed by the force of gravity; after all, there is a valid reason if height is measured in the morning and not in the evening.
In many sports this crushing effect is emphasized. Mostly, we are led to believe that overloads have the greatest impact, but this is not necessarily the case. The intervertebral discs are composed of partially elastic cartilage tissue; this means that, by performing 10 repetitions of squats with 100 kg resting on the shoulders, the spine will be stressed for a time of 30-60 "- depending on the pace of execution. D" on the other hand, those who practice cross-country running (running), performs about 10,000, 20,000, 30,000 rebounds per session - depending on the level - which, moreover, must be added to the daily activities. I can't say which of the two has a more deleterious effect, also because the effects vary a lot according to subjectivity, execution technique, body weight, etc. However, the hypothesis that, in many activities, a few minutes on the inversion bench can only be useful should not be ruled out.
The same could be said of those who practice work activities characterized by a really heavy level of physical activity; especially porters, farm laborers and carpenters who work in the absence of automation belong to this category. Let's not forget the other part of the barricade, that is those who carry out a job characterized by low energy expenditure precisely because of inadequate postural maintenance; we are talking about those who remain up all day, often bent forward - for example the clerks, kitchen operators, assembly line workers, etc. - or seated - such as office workers and truck drivers In this case, the stress on the vertebral discs is mainly of a localized type, but no less harmful.
The inversion bench also affects blood circulation, heart function and digestion. A small niche of people is also convinced that the gravitational inversion bench can somehow reduce, delay or otherwise affect the "onset of cellulite. This is a" not acceptable statement. It is true that, used correctly, the tool accelerates venous return; for those who do not know, when it is too weak, this is considered a predisposing factor for the stagnation of liquids in the lower limbs - in turn correlated to the onset of edematous panniculopathy fibrous. The connection between the use of the gravitational inversion bench and the prevention-reduction of cellulite is therefore rather questionable.
By intervening on the blood flow, favoring venous return, the gravitational inversion bench tends to promote heart rate and output. This results in an increase in the workload of the same and in the consumption of oxygen by the contractile tissue (myocardium). This has no beneficial effects, but only contraindications - which we will further explore later.
The use of the inversion bench involves a greater tendency for gastric contents to rise. This undoubtedly occurs after meals, but it cannot be ruled out even on an empty stomach - in which case the gastric juices will predominantly rise. force of gravity has always been considered the bitter enemy of those suffering from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). This, more frequent in those who also have an "anatomical alteration called hiatal hernia, can have very serious contraindications and complications.
safety and stabilization.- The "rod" must be extended downwards if the table will rotate too fast or in reverse if it does not rotate
- To get off the bench now, always making sure that the locking handle is in the immobility position of the instrument, it is necessary to unlock the handle lock - the mechanism can be different from one model to another.
- To get to the vertical inversion, help yourself with the inversion bar which is generally located at the bottom, at the base of the tool. part of the routine maintenance of the instrument.
Use the gravity inversion bench initially for 1-2 minutes, and never more than 5-10 minutes at a time.
Do not remain in an upright position for too long, rotating the instrument from time to time, to avoid excessive changes in circulation.
Before descending, remain upright for the time necessary to normalize circulation.
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- Conjunctivitis
